Some jobs are tough. Unfortunately, bad bosses, rude coworkers, and stressful conditions are common in many workplaces. But not all unpleasant work experiences are legal. So, how do you know when behavior at work crosses the line from annoying or unfair into something considered a “hostile work environment” under the law? Understanding the difference can help you know when it’s time to take action and when the law is Read More

When the outcome of your trial leaves you feeling like you’re out of options, someone has to be the one to ask: What now? Thankfully, the criminal and civil appeals process in Oklahoma gives you a second chance to challenge unfair decisions or defend a favorable outcome that someone else is trying to undo. The appellate process isn't about re-arguing the same facts; it’s about pointing out legal, procedural, or Read More

Insurance policies are supposed to provide peace of mind. They exist as a safety net when accidents happen and you need compensation for your losses. But when a claim is denied, that peace quickly turns into frustration, stress, and financial uncertainty. At HB Law Partners, we work with people across Oklahoma who’ve found themselves stuck between what the insurance company promised and what it delivered. To help you Read More

Insurance companies are supposed to provide financial protection when Oklahoma policyholders need it most. People are injured, out of work, and need compensation for the challenges they’re facing. Unfortunately, some insurers engage in bad faith practices—delaying, underpaying, or outright denying valid claims—to protect their own bottom line. When insurance companies act in bad faith, policyholders in Oklahoma can Read More

Oklahoma consumers deserve respect and protection when making major purchases. Cars are among the most expensive and stressful purchases in adulthood. They are essential for commuting, attending personal and social events, and providing safe and reliable transportation for families. The financial and emotional stakes are high, and no one should have to worry about whether their new car will deliver on its promises. Read More

The First Amendment establishes foundational rights in our state and in our country. Attempts to subvert those rights and discourage people from exercising them is a dangerous slope that our legal system has established safeguards against. Oklahoma’s anti-SLAPP statute is one such safeguard. Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP) are designed to suppress individuals or organizations from exercising Read More

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enforces a variety of regulations designed to shield consumers from dishonest commercial practices. It's unfortunate when people have to pursue litigation against companies that have wronged them, but it's a truth in life that we must face with legal diligence and personalized attention. Consumers have the right to expect fair treatment when agreeing to credit-based transactions. Read More

The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn Chevron USA v. National Resources Defense Council marks a major shift in how federal agencies are able to set rules and standards across a number of American industries. For decades, federal agencies were given deference when interpreting ambiguous laws under the Chevron doctrine, but the Court has now decided that it is the judiciary’s role to determine the actual Read More

As consumers, we put our trust and our hard-earned money into companies every single day in the hopes that the product or service we’re paying for will contribute to our lives in a positive way. In reality, it almost always works out. Unfortunately, there are plenty of cases where that trust is broken and consumers are left injured by the very products they placed their trust and hopes in. Product liability or Read More

Government entities and public utility companies are given significant leeway to lay claims upon private property in order to complete major projects of public interest. While this may be a necessary part of improving our communities, it does put Oklahoma landowners at risk of losing great value in the property they worked so hard to acquire and care for. In the first part of our two-part series on condemnation, we Read More